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John A. McDermott teaches creative writing at Stephen F. Austin State University and has served on the board of directors for the Writers’ League of Texas. Prior to teaching, he worked as an actor, bartender, house painter, and advertising copywriter. A native of Madison, Wisconsin, he currently lives and works in Nacogdoches, Texas with his wife, writer Christine Butterworth-McDermott.
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John, so amazing to hear of all your accomplishments!! Congrats on publishing book!! All the best!
Thank you so much, Sue!
Dear Mr. McDermott. I have read a third of your new novel and it is a joy to read. A real page turner. I will provide an additional comment when I am done. Do keep writing as it is brilliant! Robert
Thank you, Robert! I hope you enjoy the rest of the novel!
So sorry I missed your visit to Madison John … good for you.
Sorry to have missed you, too, Joe. It would be great to see you after all these years. I hope you’re doing well!